No Sweetness Here and Other Stories
Longman African writersDescription
Ama Ata Aidoo's seminal collection, "No Sweetness Here and Other Stories," offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of Ghanaian women navigating tradition and modernity. Through vivid narratives, Aidoo explores the complexities of societal expectations, the impact of patriarchal structures, and the quiet resilience of individuals facing profound personal and social change. These stories, set against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving Ghana, delve into themes of marriage, divorce, consumerism, and the enduring search for identity and agency. Aidoo's masterful storytelling illuminates the subtle yet powerful struggles for self-determination, revealing that even in the face of hardship, the human spirit endures.
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paperback
Longman
Published Jan 1, 1994
134 pages
ISBN: 9780582264564
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First Published
1970
Language
eng
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